Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician II-IV

Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician II-IV Location: US-IL-Minooka ID: 2026-2315 Overview Shermco Industries is seeking a Protection and Control Technician. Why Shermco Industry leading overtime program - rate structure which pays lucratively Robust benefits package for employees and family including dental, vision, disability insurance, and medical insurance as low as $1 per week Retirement and savings programs with company match (401k and health savings account) Eligibility for annual performance and pay reviews Eligibility for various bonus / incentive programs Shermco invests in employees by offering technical training (full scale internal workforce development program) and leadership training and career tracks Tuition reimbursement program Responsibilities Installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders (DFR's), remote terminal units (RTU's), and communication processors. Functional testing for protection and control circuitry associated with transmission lines, HV bus, transformer, circuit breaker, feeder, reactors, and capacitor banks. RTU and telecom upgrades for various clients Experienced with SEL microprocessor relays such as 311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487B, 487E, 487V, 587, 587Z, and 787. Desired experienced with GE microprocessor relays such as C30, D60, F35, L90, T35 and T60. Required experienced with various RTU's and communication processors such as GE, Telvent, SEL, Cooper, and Novatech. Accurately reviewing, documenting, and submitting test reports used for client reporting and regulatory purposes. Interpret one line, three line, wiring, schematic diagrams, communication configurations with ability to recognize and bring attention to discrepancies. Accurately completes time and expense reports along with maintaining good condition of assigned company vehicle. Qualifications Required Education/Experience Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in the electrical testing industry with a focus working with protection and control equipment, RTU's, and telecom with HV utility, co-op, power generation, federal, or municipal clients. Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Technology in similar discipline, or Technical school diploma, or military experience in either Army Prime Power or Navy Nuclear electrical program. Experience with transmission and distribution relays to include SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse. Experience with substation RTU's, communication processors, and telecom equipment for both brownfield and greenfield projects. Experienced with scoping, scheduling, and budgeting process for protection and control, RTU, and telecom projects for both internal and external entities. Experience with project management of protection and control teams working in HV substations for utility clients. Familiar with NERC CIP requirements. Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required Pass pre-employment drug test, and periodic unannounced drug tests Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check with 7 year history Have a valid driver's license and meet minimum motor vehicle insurability standards Take and pass 30 hour OSHA training Ability to work in a field environment subject to changing outdoor conditions Work overtime as needed and willingness to travel extensively to client work locations Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently. Equal Opportunity Employer | Drug-Free Workplace Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace. Pay Range USD $50.00 - USD $95.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr